Mexican cartel member sentenced to 10 years for drug trafficking in Georgia

Pablo Tabares-Martinez, a member of La Nueva Familia Michoacana cartel, was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for drug trafficking in Georgia.

Veteran's brain returned to family in cardboard box, lawsuit claims

The Butlers are suing two funeral homes after discovering their deceased son's brain in a sealed cardboard box among his belongings.

Nicole Griner found after Lake County home vandalized, destroyed by excavator: Deputies

A home in Lake County was mysteriously damaged – almost destroyed – and officials are now looking to figure out why, how and by whom. Only a few hours later, the owner of the home was reported missing.

Bold daylight heist: Masked thief caught on camera in Henry County

The car break-in occurred just before noon outside Georgia Pool Supply, with suspects reportedly following the victim from a nearby bank.

Venezuelan baseball team denied US visas for Little League tournament

A team of Venezuelan teenagers are heartbroken after learning they won’t be able to play in the Little League Senior Baseball World Series, despite qualifying.

Roswell man sentenced for online threats to ex-FBI director

A Roswell man has been sentenced to 17 months in federal prison for threatening former FBI Director Christopher Wray, federal prosecutors announced Thursday.

Man sentenced to life for murder of 17-year-old Atlanta teen in 2022

Roddrick Teasley was sentenced to life in prison plus five years for the 2022 murder of 17-year-old Drevion Matthew outside an Atlanta apartment building.

Man abandons 2 juveniles after high-speed chase, Lavonia police say

Caleb Key, who fled a high-speed chase on July 24 and left two juveniles in his SUV, was arrested early July 25 after a prowler call at a Lavonia Quality Inn.

Search for 'armed and dangerous' suspect in Coweta County underway

Coweta County deputies are searching for an armed and dangerous suspect last seen near Potts Road and Emmett Young Road.

Woman arrested for stabbing another woman in DeKalb County

DeKalb County police responded to a stabbing around 1:45 a.m. Friday on Casa Linda Drive, where a woman was found injured but conscious.

Flags of the Fallen honors life of South Fulton officer killed in head-on crash

Lt. Helio Garcia was killed after a head-on crash while on duty earlier this year. The other driver is now facing multiple charges, including first-degree homicide by vehicle.

New clear bag policy at Fayette County schools' athletic events

Fayette County Public Schools has enacted a clear bag policy for all athletic events to improve safety and speed up entry times.